
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Manhattan Beach Neighborhood of Manhattan Beach, CA from $500 (32 Rentals)
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1436 12th St

Windsor House

1511 Artesia Blvd

1200 Manhattan Beach Blvd

Manhattan Beach Artesia

1826-1828 12th St

2121 Dufour Ave
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2121 Dufour Ave

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1702 Wollacott St, Unit Wollacott Apartment

Marina Bay Club

2120 Vanderbilt Ln

2700, 2704 Aviation Blvd.

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The Eagle Apartments
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1540 Wollacott St

2404 Mathews Ave

1831 Grant Ave

2200 Grant Ave

Ocean Air

Sea Air Apartments

Rockefeller Apartments

1900 Rockefeller Ln
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The Palms

Gates Apartments

2215 Nelson Ave.

2115 Grant Ave

2115 Mathews Ave

Nelson Ave Apartments

1731 Pacific Coast Hwy
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East Manhattan Beach, Manhattan Beach, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Manhattan Beach?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Manhattan Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,721 | $2,000 | $3,850 |
| East Manhattan Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,271 | $2,350 | $7,500 |
| East Manhattan Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,798 | $3,695 | $6,300 |
| East Manhattan Beach 4 Bedroom Apartments | $17,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the East Manhattan Beach Neighborhood of Manhattan Beach, CA.
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Cheapest Available East Manhattan Beach Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Manhattan Beach area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sea Air Apartments priced from $2,025. 2120 Vanderbilt Ln has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,350. Here are the most affordable East Manhattan Beach apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Air Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| 2120 Vanderbilt Ln | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| 1900 Rockefeller Ln | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,390 |
| Heritage Pointe Senior Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,499 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| The Eagle Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| 1643 Artesia Blvd | 2bdr/1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Manhattan Beach, CA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Manhattan Beach area is the $3.14 price per square foot 2102 Mathews Ave Model at 2102 Mathews Ave, Unit B in the in the North Redondo Beach neighborhood starting from $4,400. The second greatest value East Manhattan Beach apartment is the 813 15th St Model at 813 15th St, Unit 813 starting at $4,400 with a $3.67 price per square foot in the Hermosa Beach neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Manhattan Beach apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2102 Mathews Ave, Unit B | 2102 Mathews Ave | 3BR,2BA | $3.14 |
| 813 15th St, Unit 813 | 813 15th St | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.67 |
| 1643 Artesia Blvd | 2bdr/1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| The Eagle Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| 2220 Huntington Ln, Unit 3 | 2220 Huntington Ln | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.33 |
| 2120 Vanderbilt Ln | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $4.15 |
| 1702 Wollacott St, Unit Wollacott Apartment | 1702 Wollacott St | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| 1900 Rockefeller Ln | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
| Sea Air Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.05 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Manhattan Beach, Manhattan Beach, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East Manhattan Beach, Manhattan Beach, CA
Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary
Mira Costa High
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Manhattan Beach Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Manhattan Beach Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Manhattan Beach Apartment is $2,025 at Sea Air Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Manhattan Beach Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Manhattan Beach is starting from $2,350 at 2120 Vanderbilt Ln.
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